Florence Airport, Peretola

LIRQ / FLR

Firenze (FI), IT

Last Updated
May 14, 13:20Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
13:20Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
21°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
16 kt
270° G26 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR LIRQ 141320Z 27016G26KT 240V310 9999 FEW045 21/06 Q1001

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 142 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,642 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Florence Airport, Peretola is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the west (270°) at 16 knots with gusts to 26 knots. Runway 23 is favored with a 12-knot headwind and 10-knot crosswind component (gusting to 17 knots crosswind). Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 21°C (70°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast between 12:00Z and 17:00Z. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Rain between 02:00Z and 12:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF LIRQ 141100Z 1412/1512 25013KT 9999 SCT030 TEMPO 1412/1417 25016G28KT TEMPO 1502/1512 RA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
13:52Z BASE
+0h
VFR 250° 13 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
IRQ
05
23 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 05/23
Active: 23
5,118 ft 148 ft ASP 48°
12.3 kt 10.3 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - LIRQ

11,019 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
87.4%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
2.3%
LIFR
1.5%

Florence Airport, Peretola enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 87.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.4 knots. Temperature extremes range from -6°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: E (90°)
Average Speed: 5.4 kt
Maximum Recorded: 21 kt
Calm Winds: 0.8%
Direction Distribution:
N
6.6%
NE
18%
E
22.4%
SE
11.6%
S
7.3%
SW
12.4%
W
13.4%
NW
7.4%

Temperature Range

Average: 12.5°C
Range: -6°C to 35°C
-6°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 3.9%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 05/23
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.7 kt

Statistics computed from 11,019 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Florence Airport, Peretola - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: LIRQ
IATA Code: FLR
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 142 ft MSL

Location

City: Firenze (FI)
Country: IT
Latitude: 43.808558°
Longitude: 11.202822°
Time Zone: Europe/Brussels

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 5,118 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Florence Airport, Peretola

Overview

Florence Airport serves the metropolitan area of Firenze in central Italy, functioning as a critical regional transportation hub. Located at 43.808558°N, 11.202822°E, the airport sits at an elevation of 142 feet above mean sea level. As a large airport, it supports both commercial and general aviation operations in the Tuscany region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and central Italian location suggest variable seasonal weather conditions that pilots must carefully monitor. Situated at 142 ft MSL, the airport experiences relatively mild terrain-influenced meteorological patterns typical of the Tuscany region. Wind conditions will significantly impact operations, particularly on the single runway 05/23.

Notable Features

The single runway 05/23 measures 5,118 feet in length and is constructed of asphalt, providing a solid operational surface for aircraft. Its orientation suggests potential wind-related challenges during approaches, with crosswind components being a critical consideration for pilots. The airport's geographic position in a relatively enclosed valley might introduce complex local wind dynamics.

Approach Considerations

Runway 05/23's length of 5,118 feet requires careful performance calculations, particularly for larger aircraft. Pilots should anticipate potential terrain-induced wind shear and be prepared for variable approach conditions. The runway's asphalt surface and moderate elevation provide a standard operational environment that requires standard instrument approach procedures.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.